Apple 85W MagSafe Power Adapter (for 15- and 17-inch MacBook Pro)
Use an extra adapter for home or work. Apple's innovative AC adapter is made specifically for your 15- or 17-inch MacBook Pro.
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Overview
The 85 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter features a magnetic DC connector that ensures your power cable will disconnect if it experiences undue strain and helps prevent fraying or weakening of the cables over time. In addition, the magnetic DC helps guide the plug into the system for a quick and secure connection.
When the connection is secure, an LED located at the head of the DC connector will light; an amber light lets you know that your portable is charging, while a green light tells you that you have a full charge. An AC cord is provided with the adapter for maximum cord length, while the AC wall adapter (also provided) gives users an even easier and more compact way to travel.
Designed to be the perfect traveling companion, the adapter has a clever design which allows the DC cable to be wound neatly around itself for easy cable storage.
This power adapter recharges the lithium polymer battery while the system is off, on, or in sleep mode. It also powers the system if you choose to operate without a battery.
Compatible with 15- or 17-inch MacBook Pro.
Most Useful Reviews
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Not compatible with older Macbook Pros
- Written by Nick S from City of Westminster
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They kinda fixed teh second most important problem...wow great job
- Written by Hakim Jonas G from København N
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Fully compatible with older MacBook Pros
- Written by WILLIAM B H from Cambridge
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Most Recent Reviews
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After 2 years - Excellent service
- Written by Wasim H from Manchester
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Charger
- Written by Eoin M from Edenderry
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Budget for a few of these in your Mac's lifetime.
- Written by Ian B from Hemel Hempstead
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Most Interesting
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So 85 watt charger will not harm the Mac Book Air? I would not want to have to toss them out now that I have moved from Pro to Air models.
- Asked by Charles H from Alexandria
- 22-Nov-2010
Best Answer
Yes you can. It works, fine for mine. Since I have both Mac books. I am only using the 85w. You can use a higher watt to charge a lower watt item. Just you cannot use a lower watt for a higher item. Go read a few and they all agreed. …More
- Answered by Roxane Z from Las Vegas
- 25-Nov-2010
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macbook europe power adapter
- Asked by Bill B from Oak Park
- 25-May-2010
Best Answer
The white box is a built in power converter so you should be fine with plugging it in as long as you have the adapter that changes plug types. You can check to see if other things are converters if it has something like Input: 100-240V~1.5A 50-60Hz. This shows that an electric current of 100-240 Volts can power the converter without problem, which Spain's electricity falls in. If you cannot find this on a product (though most electronics made in about the last 5-10 years automatically convert) or if you feel you would rather side with caution you can but a converter, but only leave it plugged it when you need the power because converters burn out quickly from overheating if you leave them plugged in too long. …More
- Answered by William C. L from Brooklawn
- 26-May-2010
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What power cord adapter can we use for both a 13" Macbook and a 17" Macbook Pro?
- Asked by Kristin P from Saint Louis Park
- 08-Oct-2009
Best Answer
The power (Wattage) requirement of the Macbook Pro is higher (the adapter is rated 85W, while the one for the 13"is rated 60W), so you must use the 85W adapter. These regulated power supplies are able to maintain the voltage (V) constant, while the current (I) is adjusted according to the needs of the equipment being powered. Since P=V x I, if V is kept regulated at 10 Volts, the maximum current supported by the 60W adaptor will be 6 Amps, while the 85W adapter will supply up to 8.5 Amps. So, using the 85W with the 13" does not constitute a problem (on the contrary, the power adapter will run cooler), but if you use the 60W with the Macbook Pro, the current drained from the adaptor will exceed its specs, the adapter will overheat and its life spam will be shortened considerably. …More
- Answered by Francisco L from Weston
- 12-Jan-2010
Recently Answered
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can i use Apple 60W MagSafe Power Adapter, im from japan and move to phillipines?
- Asked by Ronnie U
- 22-May-2012
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Why is there a difference in the color indicator on my 85w charger? Sometimes it's green and sometimes it's orange/yellow?
- Asked by Lois P from San Francisco
- 03-Apr-2012
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Green = Battery full
Orange/Yellow = Battery charging- Answered by Chris C
- 12-Apr-2012
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Need power cord/charger for 2010 MacBook Pro (5.2) the photo on the mac store shows a round end. Mine is rounded corner flat. Will it work?
- Asked by Ray S from Lake Geneva
- 22-Mar-2012
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Answered my own question. The photo is a bit misleading. New charger attaches at 90 degree angle so it appears it won't fit. Works fine. …More
- Answered by Ray S from Lake Geneva
- 28-Mar-2012
Featured Question
Can i use macbook pro's charger in macbook air? i'm afraid that the macbook pro's charger can damage my macbook air
- Asked by Komal J from Leominster
- 15-May-2012
